The Little Book of Confusables 2 Grow your vocabulary with spelling and usage tips for 500 confusing words
The Little Book of Confusables 2 Grow your vocabulary with spelling and usage tips for 500 confusing words | 2.09 MB
Title: The Little Book of Confusables 2 Grow your vocabulary with spelling and usage tips for 500 confusing words
Author: Sarah Townsend
Category: Spelling, Spelling, Spelling & Vocabulary
Language: English | 292 Pages | ISBN: 9780349441627
The Little Book of Confusables 2: taking the mystery out of more misused words
The sequel to the much-loved, multi-award-winning The Little Book of Confusables is here – with indispensable help for 500+ confusing words.
If you’ve ever hesitated over a word or found yourself in a ‘BARE with me’ moment (yikes!) this book is for you.
Building on the popularity of the original, The Little Book of Confusables 2 goes deeper into the quirks of the English language, helping you avoid embarrassing mistakes and write with confidence.
Whether you’re a language pro or just getting started, The Little Book of Confusables 2 helps you tackle tricky words and swerve spelling slip-ups.
Packed with memorable tips, fun examples and crystal-clear explanations, this book makes learning fun.
What’s inside?
500+ confusing words demystified
Handy hints for everything from IRRELEVANT/IRREVERANT and JUDICIAL/JUDICIOUS to PURPOSEFULLY/PURPOSELY and UPMOST/UTMOST.
Unravel common idioms
Avoid making mistakes like JESTER OF GOODWILL, ON TENDERHOOKS, PEDDLESTOOL, CAST DISPERSIONS, A HARE’S BREATH, TOW THE LINE and HIGH STEAKS.
Powerful tips you’ll actually remember!
Master homophones, homonyms, malapropisms and more.
Language made fun
Perfect for trivia lovers, crossword doers, language professionals, students, writers, business owners. and anyone who loves to laugh while they learn.
With its accessible mix of practical advice and entertaining insights, The Little Book of Confusables 2 goes beyond the basics to help you take your writing – and your vocabulary – to the next level.
Why you’ll love it.
This isn’t just a reference book – it’s a joy to read.
Whether you’re brushing up your skills or fascinated (sometimes frustrated!) by our quirky language, The Little Book of Confusables 2 will make you smile – and maybe even chuckle – while you learn.
As the meme says: English can be TOUGH. It can be understood THROUGH THOROUGH THOUGHT, THOUGH.
The Little Book of Confusables 2 and the original Little Book of Confusables are your secret weapon against the stupid mistakes even smart people make.
Together, they’re here to make writing a little easier – and a lot more fun!
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING
“Brilliant! The perfect companion for anyone who ever has to write anything!”
Louisa Chudley, Founder, Spark Social
“An absolute belter of a book! A must for every household.”
Gina Rigby, Marketing Executive and Copywriter
“Love love love this lil book! As a linguist and second language English speaker it’s a fantastic resource!”
Fab Giovanetti, Founder, Alt Marketing School
“Just wonderful! What a clever, useful, nifty book!”
Tom Read Wilson, TV Presenter and Author
“I thought I knew it all when it comes to tricky words. This book proved me wrong!”
Kim Arnold, Communications Expert and Author
“This book is amazing, no matter how long you’ve been writing and how much of a grammar nerd you are.”
Anna Gunning, Director, Gunning Marketing
“This book is a delight. So well written and so useful! The perfect mix of aesthetic and usability! Top stuff.”
Kevin Chesters, Author, The Creative Nudge
“Everyone should have a copy of The Little Book of Confusables.”
Martha Brook, Founder, Martha Brook London
“An intensely nerdy book about language that’s a delight to read and a beauty to behold. Vital for anyone who reads, writes or speaks.”
Leif Kendall, Director, ProCopywriters and CopyCon
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